For shirts with pocket sleeves, the emblem is worn on the sleeve pocket flap above the badge of office. For shirts without pocket sleeves, the emblem is worn on the left sleeve immediately below and touching the emblem of office for which it was earned.

In 2015, the NYLT trained strip was approved and became available in 2016 to be awarded for recognition to National Youth Leadership (NYLT)participants, replacing the "NYLT" belt buckle. Scouts, Venturers, or Sea Scouts who successfully complete NYLT may wear the "NYLT" trained strip in place of the "Trained" strip.

Online/Physical Training

After completing Youth Protection training at my.scouting.org, printing out the certificate of completion, then registering, a leader should return to my.scouting.org and enter their Scouting ID, then complete the appropriate modules for their position.

Cub Scout leaders should complete:

Before (Your) 1st Meeting (as appropriate)

Before (Your) 1st Outdoor Activity (as appropriate)

Earning Your Training Strip

All other leaders should complete:

Before the First Meeting

First 30 Days

Position Trained

Commissioners all have a precursor Acclimation module as well. There are slight variations for some other leadership positions, such as merit badge counselors who lack a "First 30 Days" module, etc.

These classes are all available in classroom formats as well as online training.

The last bit required

Having completed those modules, most leaders will then be trained for their position, with the exception of the following positions which need additional training:

Additional training

In order to be an adult leader or to participate in Scouting activities, local councils, chartered organizations, and units may have additional training requirements or qualifications beyond those required by the national office of the Boy Scouts of America.

Online or classroom Leader Training

Youth Protection training (YPT) is required for all BSA registered volunteers and must be retaken every two years. Some councils and units may require more frequent (e.g., annual) retaking of YPT). Check with your local council and unit to find out what their policies are.